The CW has released a sneak peek from Supernatural season 9, episode 3, titled “I’m No Angel.”
Though the episode looks to be Castiel-heavy, this sneak peek clip focuses on the Winchesters in the Men of Letters bunker:
Though Sam continues to insist that he is feeling good — going so far as to go running at sunrise and get Dean a fatty breakfast — Dean is still hesitant to believe his brother is fine after sitting at what should have been his deathbed.
However, Sam’s eyes flash blue and Ezekiel takes over to assure Dean that Sam is actually feeling better because he is healing from within, thanks to Ezekiel’s presence.
Interestingly, Ezekiel takes over Sam while he is still conscious in this clip; in the previous episode, Ezekiel took control of Sam’s body when the younger Winchester was unconscious.
Ezekiel assured Dean that Sam wouldn’t remember it happening because he was out cold, so what does that mean for a conscious Sam? And if Ezekiel is constantly surfacing to speak to Dean, what does that do for Dean’s guilt about the whole situation?
The synopsis for Supernatural season 9, episode 3 “I’m No Angel” reads:
CASTIEL IS HUNTED BY THE ANGELS — Ezekiel tells Dean (Jensen Ackles) a group of angels is hunting Castiel (Misha Collins). Dean and Sam (Jared Padalecki) race to find their friend before the angels do. Meanwhile, a homeless Castiel is trying to make his way through the city and comes across some unexpected surprises. Kevin Hooks directed the episode written by Brad Buckner & Eugenie Ross-Leming (#903).
We’re guessing this clip is the prelude to Ezekiel informing Dean about Castiel’s plight, as per the synopsis.
Looking for more Castiel going into the episode? Be sure to check out promotional stills from the episode.
Supernatural season 9, episode 3 “I’m No Angel” airs Tuesday, October 22 at 9:00 p.m. ET on The CW.